Content

What does it cover?

Aspects of economic methodology relevant to the understanding of practical transport problems

Demand and supply

Appraisal of transport schemes

Interventions

Case studies in transport economics and appraisal

Public hearings

What will the course outcome be?

The purpose of the course is to develop an understanding of, and competence with, state-of-the-art appraisal techniques as they are applied to the transport sector in the UK.

Participants will understand how contemporary appraisal techniques have emerged from the sustainability discourse and will appreciate the complexities and conflicts raised by seeking to reconcile economic objectives with social and environmental ones.

On completion of the course the participant will be able to:

Explain the need for public sector intervention in the transport market, and in particular the justifications for public investment.

Recognise and critically debate the economic, social and environmental costs and benefits of promoting travel and transport within society, reaching conclusions about the effectiveness of the concept of sustainability.

Critically evaluate current approaches for the appraisal and mitigation of transport investment and implementation in the UK, including reference to the role of EU legislation.

Communicate economic arguments making appropriate use of economic terminology, both orally and in writing.

Learning and Teaching

Study time

Each 15 credit course (module) is expected to take 150 hours to complete. The course will be delivered through a series of lectures and workshops. Given the technical nature of the syllabus, these will be largely delivered and lead by a range of the core programme staff.

The interactive lectures will seek to explain the economic and appraisal concepts; these supported by practical exercise in the workshops and private study. The lectures will prepare participants for a culminating session in which they are requested to role-play within a mock public hearing format. Additionally, the formative sessions will enable the participant to write a summative essay critiquing a particular and contemporary appraisal case.

Location

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Enquiry

If you wish to gain university credits by completing the assignment, please register for our Transport Framework (If you have already registered, please contact your course administrator directly to make a booking.)